The new blues

THEY’D NO LONGER BE MEEK AND MILD. THIS SEASON, DESIGNERS ARE FAVOURING A BOLDER TAKE ON PAINT SHADES AND CREATING HARMONY WITH NEUTRAL FURNISHINGS

HOMES Inspiration for a beautiful abode

Natural shades such as stone, clay and sand, plus subtle touches of green, work together to create a calm, grounded feel. These colours echo the changing season and help transform your home into a hav

MAKING BEAUTIFUL SPACES FOR JOYFUL LIVING

Nothing captures the mood of autumn better than the richness of terracotta and earthy neutrals, punctuated by soft sage tones

There’s a science and an art to using colour in the home, but there's no need to fear bolder shades, says the author of a new book